Norma Varden(1898–1989)

The daughter of a retired sea captain and his much-younger wife, actress Norma Varden was born and raised in turn-of-the-century London. A piano prodigy, she studied in Paris and appeared in concert in England during her teenage years. Acting, however, became her career of choice, studying at the Guildhall School of Music. She took her very first ... See full bio »

Related Videos

Personal Details

Height:

Did You Know?

Personal Quote:

I never got used to the way one is cast here [in America]. It's based on one's salary. If your agent can get you so much per week, then you are considered only for parts that are budgeted at that amount...I don't mean to sound ungrateful for the success I've had in American films, but this system is so limiting for serious actors.

Trivia:

Spent later years active with the Screen Actors Guild, pushing for better medical benefits for older actors. See more
»